How to design & build a gravity fed farm pond system Part 1 of 3

How to design & build a gravity fed farm pond system (3 Parts)
In this 3 part video series, you will learn how to design and build a gravity fed pond irrigation system. This Pond irrigation system can be used for watering crops or as watering points for cattle or livestock. We will cover everything from farm pond design, to stocking your pond with fish for homestead fishing. You will learn how to fill your pond by placing on a good watershed and by properly harvesting rainwater. You will also see how to build the pond using pond dam techniques and spillways to keep your pond at the proper depth. Finally, you will learn how to keep your pond watering extremely healthy by using DIY Solar Pond Aerators. Everything you need to know about designing and building your permaculture farm irrigation pond system, including parts, plumbing and pricing below. All Complete with Links and types of parts. Please remember to subscribe and leave a positive comment for our Miller Family Farm Channel members. ENJOY!
NOTE: 1 acre inch of pond water equals 30,000 gallons
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How to design & build a gravity fed farm pond system (Part 1 of 3)
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[@andrewbarker9447]

Thanks - I am putting in a small pond this week and now I realize that I have to do some preparation.

[@gmiller4326]

Good Sunday Andrew,
Thanks for the comment on this video. It was a heck a lot of work and we are glad we can help you with your po nd planning and tips & tricks for getting the most from your water source. Let us know if you have any questions or need anything at all and we noticed that you have not yet subscribed to our channel here on TH-cam and would love to have you join our family here at the Miller Family Farm Trust channel. Please subscribe and then let us know once you are. Welcome

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You can do it!